The Quiet Quitting Conundrum
The workplace is buzzing, but not with the usual pre-meeting chatter. Instead, whispers of “quiet quitting” echo through the cubicles and virtual water coolers. This seemingly new phenomenon, fueled by social media, has ignited a debate: Is it a healthy recalibration of work-life boundaries or a silent revolt against hustle culture?
The Origins of Quiet Quitting: Where Did This All Begin?
The term “quiet quitting” itself might be new, but the sentiment it encapsulates isn’t. The idea of doing the bare minimum at work, fulfilling contractual obligations but not going above and beyond, has been around for ages. However, the pandemic, coupled with the rise of burnout and the Great Resignation, has brought this concept to the forefront.
